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"I have to express my thanks and appreciation to Benefit Representatives of America, Inc. My representative, Pete Siracuse, handled my claim with the utmost of care and professionalism in a most timely fashion. In addition, he left no stone unturned when he organized my medical records and other items pertaining to my case. As a result of his careful attention to details I was approved for benefits in the first series of application processes thereby avoiding a lengthy appeal which saved my home and family.

Thanks again Pete!"

Paul
Rochester, NY

Your Social Security Experts Team

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David J. Penrose

David J. PenroseDavid is a founding partner and CEO of Benefit Representatives of America Inc. He was born and raised in Rochester, NY and currently lives in Greece NY with his wife Kristine and 3 children Maddison, Lindsay and Brandon.

He began his career in the Social Security field back in 1991 after graduating Magna Cum Laude from S.U.N.Y. Fredonia. He spent 15 years as a claims representative with SSA acquiring the knowledge and expertise necessary to be successful in helping his clients get approved for disability benefits. In 2006 he decided to leave his government job with SSA to start his own advocacy company.

Through his years of experience on the inside of SSA and as a private representative, he has gained a thorough understanding of the Social Security laws. David knows what it takes to help individuals get approved. He believes in providing his clients with the professional and courteous service and has been successful in helping thousands of people obtain the Social Security benefits they deserve.

 

Peter Siracuse

Peter SiracuseAs the President and cofounder of Benefit Representatives of America Inc., Peter brings to the table a wealth of Social Security experience and knowledge.

He graduated from Edison Tech High School in 1985 and attended Monroe Community College while working as a manager in his family owned business. Peter switched careers in 1996 when he was hired by the Social Security Administration. While working for SSA he obtained an invaluable amount of experience and understanding of how the system works from the inside and what it takes to get a person approved for disability benefits.

Peter has a passion for helping individuals navigate the complex and sometimes confusing Social Security disability and appeals process. As a private representative he is always willing to go that extra mile for his clients.

Peter lives in Webster NY with his wife Denise and his two daughters Riley and Peyton.

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Connie Barilla

Connie BarillaConnie has been a Social Security legal assistant since 1995. She has a great deal of experience providing clients with assistance in obtaining disability benefits.

She lives in Irondequoit NY with her husband Sam and three children Peter, Phillip, and Sophia. Connie grew up in Spencerport NY and graduated from Monroe Community College in 1988. She started her legal career with Binder and Binder law firm in Rochester NY developing Social Security cases and training new personnel on the disability determination process. Her experience also includes obtaining and reviewing medical records, building and maintaining client relationships, and assisting representatives with the development of cases for Initial Claims, Administrative Law Judge Hearings and Appeals Council reviews.

Connie’s friendly personality and extensive knowledge are a valuable asset to Benefit Representatives of America Inc. and to the clients that they serve.

 

Helping individuals get the Social Security Disability benefits they deserve